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Chinese export sterling silver open work dragon napkin ring, c.1900, maker′s mark LK and a Chinese character, maker not known. Weighing 24 grams, this nicely detailed napkin ring is 1 7/8" in diameter and 1 1/8" tall. The oval, central cartouche has an ornate, period script monogram: Monogrammed as described above, the soft, warm, original finish is present, with no buffing or machine polishing. The excellent original condition and clear detail, with no removals, repairs or alterations, make this an especially attractive offering.

American coin silver shakers, pair, by Kidney and Johnson of New York City, c.1870. Each shaker has a large, tapered waisted body with a band of diamond and quatrefoil die rolled decorations around the widest part of the body, which rests on a spread foot pedestal circular base. Weighing a total of 157 grams or 5 ozs. Troy, each of these large, handsome shakers is 5" tall and 2 1/2" in diameter. The soft, warm, original finish is present, with no buffing or machine polishing. The excellent original condition and clear, crisp detail, with no monograms, removals, repairs or alterations, make this an especially attractive offering.

American sterling silver Art Nouveau napkin ring by Shreve and Co. of San Francisco, c.1900 in a wonderfully ornate, Art Nouveau, open work floral scroll pattern, having a period script inscription: Olga. This most unusual and very special napkin ring is 2" in diameter, 1 7/8"tall and weighs 48 grams or 1.6 ozs. Troy. Inscribed as described above, the soft, warm, original finish is present, with no buffing or machine polishing. The excellent original condition and clear detail, with no removals, repairs or alterations, make this an especially attractive offering.

Antique French 950 sterling silver large Serving Plate or Charger by Jean Joseph Bourgarel, Aix en Provence 1756. This elegant French Provincial plate is 12" in diameter and weighs 903 grams or 29 ozs Troy, it bears a crest of a crown, a lamb and three stars. The soft, warm, original finish is present, with no buffing or machine polishing. The excellent original estate condition and clear, crisp detail, with no monograms, removals, repairs or alterations, make this an especially attractive offering.

American sterling silver pair of water goblets with floral and scroll chased decorations, made by Wood & Hughes, c.1890. These beautiful goblets are 7 1/4" tall, 3 1/2" in diameter and weigh a total of 417 grams or 13.4 ozs Troy, each of these goblets is monogrammed B in a period script. The soft, warm, original finish is present, with no buffing or machine polishing. The excellent estate original condition and clear, crisp detail, with no removals, repairs or alterations, make this an especially attractive offering.

Mexican Artisan hand made, Modernist cubist style salt and pepper shakers, exquisitely executed by Antonio Pineda. These rare shakers are marked on the bottom with the Antonio Poineda Crown, and Hecho en Mexico, 925. These handsome shakers weigh a total of 168 grams or 5.4 ozs. Troy, are 2 1/2" tall and 2 1/8" in diameter. The soft, warm, original finish is present, with no buffing or machine polishing. The excellent estate original condition and clear, crisp detail, with no monograms, removals, repairs or alterations, make this an especially attractive offering.

American sterling silver salad serving set with acid etched,chased and open work thistle decorations on handles and bowls, made by Shreve & Company, San Francisco, c.1915. This beautiful set is 10 1/4" long and weighs a total of 230 grams or 7.4 ozs Troy. The soft, warm, original finish is present, with no buffing or machine polishing. The excellent original condition and clear, crisp detail, with no monograms or removals, repairs or alterations, make this an especially attractive offering.

American sterling silver baby bowl and under plate with figural bear Repousse decorations, made by Gorham Silversmiths, date marked for 1907. This beautiful set measures: the bowl is 5 1/8" in diameter, 2 1/2" deep, the plate is 7" in diameter, total silver weight is 336 grams or 11 ozs Troy. The soft, warm, original finish is present, with no buffing or machine polishing. The excellent original condition and clear, crisp detail, with no monograms or removals, repairs or alterations, make this an especially attractive offering.

American sterling silver heart form jewelry box with floral Repousse decorations, made by Gorham Silversmiths, c.1900. This beautiful box is 4 1/2" long, 4 1/8" wide and weighs 169 grams or 5.4 ozs Troy, it is monogrammed GSD in an ornate period script. The soft, warm, original finish is present, with no buffing or machine polishing. The excellent original condition and clear, crisp detail, with no monograms, removals, repairs or alterations, make this an especially attractive offering. The box has its original interior with some deterioration.

American sterling silver napkin ring in a ribbon and thread pattern by International, inscribed E. W. over Easter 1905. Weighing 32 grams, this handsome napkin ring is 1 3/4" in diameter and 1 1/4" tall. Monogrammed and inscribed as described above, the soft, warm, original finish is present, with no buffing or machine polishing. The excellent original condition and clear detail, with no removals, repairs or alterations, make this an especially attractive offering.

American coin silver presentation napkin ring with applied beaded borders, 1860. This interesting napkin ring is monogrammed: WC, above which is inscribed 1864 Dec 21 1889 for a 25th anniversary or birthday. From the style of the napkin ring, it would appear that it dates from the 1860′s and the inscription was done later and by a different hand. This handsome napkin ring is 1 7/8" in diameter, 1 5/8" tall and weighs 38 grams or 1.2 ozs. Troy. Monogrammed and inscribed as described above, the soft, warm, original finish is present, with no buffing or machine polishing. The excellent original condition and clear detail, with no removals, repairs or alterations, make this an especially attractive offering. Oddly enough, when we went to list the napkin ring, we discovered another napkin ring inside. You can see the edge of the other napkin ring in the photos. The extra napkin ring came out easily and there was no damage to either as a result of their close association. It was a nice surprise and we mention it to avoid having to take new pictures.

American sterling silver vase with floral daffodil decorations and applied 14K yellow gold flowers, made by Shiebler, c.1890. This beautiful vase is 6 1/8" tall, 2 1/2" wide and weighs 207 grams or 6.7 ozs Troy. The soft, warm, original finish is present, with no buffing or machine polishing. The excellent original condition and clear, crisp detail, with no monograms, removals, repairs or alterations, make this an especially attractive offering.

Huge one of a kind stuffing or basting spoon with three dimensional lion finial. This most handsome spoon is 15 3/8" long and weighs 341 grams or 11 ozs Troy. The soft, warm, original finish is present, with no buffing or machine polishing. The excellent original condition and clear, crisp detail, with no monograms, removals, repairs or alterations, make this an especially attractive offering.

Arts and Crafts sterling silver hand made serving bowl with a hammered finish, made by Porter Blanchard, c.1950. This elegant bowl is 9" in diameter, 3 3/4" tall and weighs 404 grams or 13 ozs Troy. The bowl is monogrammed under the bottom CTR. The soft, warm, original finish is present, with no buffing or machine polishing. The excellent original condition and clear, crisp detail, with no removals, repairs or alterations, make this an especially attractive offering.

American sterling silver centerpiece bowl in a Pine and Cone design by Tiffany & Co, c.1900. This beautiful bowl is 8 1/8" in diameter, 3" tall and weighs 523 grams or 16.8 ozs Troy. The soft, warm, original finish is present, with no buffing or machine polishing. The excellent original condition and clear, crisp detail, with no monograms, removals, repairs or alterations, make this an especially attractive offering.

South American ornate Mate cup having a gourd shaped cup with Repousse floral and foliate decorations sitting on 8 floral petals supported by an octagonal lobed base having conforming floral decorations and a knopped stem with an unusual octagonal round collar. The stem and cup have a mounting stud which is secured to the base with a large silver nut. This impressive Mate cup is 8 5/8" tall, 3 3/4" in diameter at the base, 2 3/8" in diameter at the cup8, 3 1/4" tall at the cup and weighs a substantial 364 grams or 11.7 ozs. Troy. The soft, warm, original finish is present, with no buffing or machine polishing. The excellent original condition and clear, crisp detail, with no monograms, removals, repairs or alterations, make this an especially attractive offering.

American sterling silver Art Nouveau Lobster Lady napkin ring ,c.1900, inscribed: Dorothea Matthews. This most unusual napkin ring has an applied Mermaid swimming through the water chasing a lobster. She has a hungry look about her, so we can only assume that she isn′t seeking a pet. The napkin ring has a hammered body and crimped, undulating rims. Weighing 33 grams, this incredible napkin ring is 1 7/8" in diameter and 1 1/2" tall. Inscribed as described above, the soft, warm, original finish is present, with no buffing or machine polishing. The excellent original condition and clear detail, with no removals, repairs or alterations, make this an especially attractive offering.

Wonderful 18K yellow gold and faux Tortoise shell box, c.1840-1860. The box is unmarked but was carefully tested and guaranteed to be as represented. This beautiful box is 2 7/8" long, 2" wide, 1/2" deep. Excellent original condition with some expected wear consistent with age.

American sterling silver flask in the Repousse pattern by S. Kirk & Son. This beautiful flask is 5 3/4" long, 2 7/8" wide and weighs 119 grams or 3.8 ozs Troy. The soft, warm, original finish is present, with no buffing or machine polishing. The excellent original condition and clear, crisp detail, with no monograms, removals, repairs or alterations, make this an especially attractive offering.

American sterling silver tea caddywith applied scroll decorations, c.1890. This beautiful large tea caddy is 6" long, 4 3/4" diagonal of the base, the caddy weighs 277 grams or 8.9 ozs Troy, it is monogrammed PP in an ornate period script. The soft, warm, original finish is present, with no buffing or machine polishing. The excellent original condition and clear, crisp detail, with no removals, repairs or alterations, make this an especially attractive offering.

American sterling silver serving spoon in the Fourteenth Century pattern by Shreve & Co, 1912. This handsome spoon is 10" long and weighs 119 grams or 3.8 ozs Troy, it is monogrammed C in a period script. The soft, warm, original finish is present, with no buffing or machine polishing. The excellent original condition and clear, crisp detail, with no removals, repairs or alterations, make this an especially attractive offering.

American coin silver napkin ring having a distinctly Persian motif, with allover floral and scroll embossed decorations and Rosette borders, c.1875. The central cartouche is framed by small Rosettes and contains an ornate, period script monogram: JHI. Weighing 34 grams or 1.1 ozs. Troy, this stunning napkin ring would be the perfect complement for your Tiffany Persian silver and it is 1 3/4" in diameter and 1 5/16" tall. Monogrammed as described above, the soft, warm, original finish is present, with no buffing or machine polishing. The excellent original condition and clear detail, with no removals, repairs or alterations, make this an especially attractive offering.

English sterling silver George IV vinaigrette by Ledsam and Vale having a full set of Birmingham Hallmarks for 1826. Weighing 14 grams, this handsome vinaigrette has a gilt interior and a gilt, hinged screen in good order. The box is 1 3/8" long, 5/8" wide and 7/16" thick. The soft, warm, original finish is present, with no buffing or machine polishing. The excellent original condition and clear, crisp detail, with no monograms, removals, repairs or alterations, make this an especially attractive offering

American sterling silver Art Nouveau three piece coffee set with Floral Repousse decorations by International Silversmiths, c.1910. The hammered finish gives this set a very special look. This elegant set measures as follows:

• The pot is 8" tall, 7" across the handle and the spout


• The sugar bowl is 6 3/8" across the handles, 3 1/2" tall


• The creamer is 3 1/2" tall


• The total silver weight is 699 grams or 22.5 ozs Troy.

The soft, warm, original finish is present, with no buffing or machine polishing. The excellent original condition and clear, crisp detail, with no monograms, removals, repairs or alterations, make this an especially attractive offering.

English 18 K Gold London City Livery Badge for the Worshipful Company Painters and Stainers issued to George Clulow, who was Master from 1904 - 1905, by F. Cook, manufacturing Jeweller, having a full set of 18K London Hallmarks for 1909. The livery badge comes with its original blue and white woven silk neck ribbon, to which is attached an white enameled star rosette from which the badge is suspended by a Hallmarked jump ring. The badge itself has the Arms of the Company in blue, red, white and black enamel, with the Company′s motto: Amor et Obedientia, or: Love and Obedience being below. The emblazoned shield is supported by two Rampant lions and topped by a winger Griffin sitting in a crown. This very special and extremely scarce Livery Badge comes in its original presentation box from the maker: F. Cook Manufacturing Jeweller 59 Long Lane E.C. & 179 High Rd Streatham S.W. The box has a velvet backed swing out fitted panel for the Badge. The ribbon fits behind the hinged panel. The box has white satin lining. The Badge, ribbon, ribbon clasps, and box are all in superb condition, with all of the enamel being intact. The badge alone weighs 45 grams and is 1 3/4" wide, and 1 7/8" tall. The box is 5 7/8" long, 3 3/4" wide and 1 1/8" deep.

American sterling silver tall octagonal vase with acid etched bell flower decorations, made by Tiffany & Co, c.1910. This elegant vase is 11 3/4" tall, 3 1/2" in diameter and weighs 432 grams or 14 ozs Troy. The soft, warm, original finish is present, with no buffing or machine polishing. The excellent original condition and clear, crisp detail, with no monograms, removals, repairs or alterations, make this an especially attractive offering.

American coin silver hexagonal napkin ring with floral Repousse decorations by Leonard and Wilson, Philadelphia 1848-1850. This beautiful napkin ring is 2" diagonally, 1 1/4" tall and weighs 25 grams, it is monogrammed JG in an ornate period script. The soft, warm, original finish is present, with no buffing or machine polishing. The excellent original condition and clear, crisp detail, with no removals, repairs or alterations, make this an especially attractive offering.

American coin silver Aesthetic hammered large rectangular napkin ring having an applied artist′s palette and stylized borders by Wood and Hughes, c.1875. This historically significant napkin ring is inscribed: Alex J. C. Skene 167 Clinton St Brooklyn Weighing 81 grams or 2.6 ozs. Troy, this impressive napkin ring is 2" long, 2 1/16" tall, and 1" wide. It is marked: W&H 373 S Dr Alexander Johnston Chalmers Skene (17 June 1837 – 4 July 1900) was a British (Scottish) gynecologist who described what became known as the Skene′s glands. He was professor of gynecology in the post-graduate Medical School of New York in 1884, and was president of the American Gynecological Society. CLICK HERE to see a biography of Dr Skene. CLICK HERE to see more on Dr Skene. Inscribed as described above, the soft, warm, original finish is present, with no buffing or machine polishing. The excellent original condition and clear detail, with no removals, repairs or alterations, make this an especially attractive offering.

American Colonial bird back tablespoon by John David of Philadelphia, c. 1765 - 1775, having a block letter monogram on the front of the handle IBH and a script family name inscription on the back of the handle: Shuff. Weighing 51 grams or 1.6 ozs. Troy, this desirable 18th Century American spoon is 8 3/4" long. Monogrammed as described above, the soft, warm, original finish is present, with no buffing or machine polishing. The excellent original condition and clear detail, with no removals, repairs or alterations, make this an especially attractive offering.

American Colonial tablespoons, 4, by Otto Paul De Parisen or Parisien of New York City, c.1765, each engraved handle spoon being struck twice: OP. Weighing a total of 221 grams or 71. ozs. Troy, each of these especially desirable 18th Century American spoons i 9" long. DeParisen was a Huguenot who emigrated from Berlin after fleeing France. The soft, warm, original finish is present, with no buffing or machine polishing. The excellent original condition and clear, crisp detail, with no monograms, removals, repairs or alterations, make this an especially attractive offering. The price is for 4 spoons.